Title: Old Quarry Middle School Cheerleaders Win Sixth Illinois State Cheer Championship

LEMONT, IL — The Old Quarry Middle School Cheerleading team has made history once again, securing their sixth Illinois Elementary State Association State Cheer Championship title in Peoria. The victory marks a significant achievement for the team, continuing their legacy of excellence in state-level cheerleading competitions.

“This is a tremendous accomplishment, and we congratulate the coaches and athletes for their dedication and hard work,” said SD113A Superintendent Dr. Courtney Orzel. “Our entire community is thrilled to celebrate this achievement and share in the success of our cheerleaders.”

Under the leadership of Head Coach Claudia Desantis, and Coaches Kristen Cook and Grace Crosby, the talented squad from Old Quarry Middle School showcased their skills and teamwork to win the championship with an impressive score of 96.75. The team members who contributed to this success include Aubrey Mikan, Avery Bernas, Maura Powers, Vanessa Bielski, Audrey Haberkorn, Katy Schlegel, Kayla Cooney, Madison Sahs, Marissa DePasquale, Muireann Burke, Savanna Lynch, Alexi Tselios, Ellasyn Berndt, Emma Betley, Holly Borner, Kyla Church, Maura McGrath, Zianna Schneider, Aleksa Tomala, and Brinn Zdenek.

Old Quarry Middle School Principal Dr. Joe Sweeney expressed pride in the achievement, stating, “We are incredibly proud of the student-athletes and coaches for their hard work and dedication. This has been an outstanding season for the cheerleading team, and we look forward to celebrating our champions. It’s a great day to be a Warrior!”

This victory adds to Old Quarry Middle School’s rich history of success in competitive cheerleading, demonstrating the school’s commitment to excellence in all areas of student-athletics.